Homes for sale in Osdorper Bovenpolder, Amsterdam
Discover homes for sale in Osdorper Bovenpolder: a quiet, green Amsterdam neighbourhood with spacious homes. View the current listings and neighbourhood data directly on this page.
House prices and market figures for Osdorper Bovenpolder, Amsterdam
The owner-occupied market in Osdorper Bovenpolder is distinctive. Around 70% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, which is remarkably high for an Amsterdam neighbourhood. The average WOZ value is €747,000, slightly below the district average for Lutkemeer/Ookmeer (€766,000), but well above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This difference says a lot about the character of this neighbourhood: more spacious homes, more greenery, and a different scale compared to the busy city centre.
Over the past twelve months, 43 homes changed hands. The average purchase price was €1,031,488, with a range from €415,000 to €1,450,000. The average living area was 183 m², which works out to about €5,640 per m². This indicates that almost exclusively ground-floor houses are traded here, not compact apartments. For current listings and the most recent asking prices and selling times, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Osdorper Bovenpolder, Amsterdam
Osdorper Bovenpolder is not an ordinary city neighbourhood. The name already hints at it: this was once agricultural polder landscape on the western side of Amsterdam, and that origin is still palpable. The neighbourhood has a strikingly open, green character with spacious plots, detached houses and semi-detached homes that you simply won't find in most other Amsterdam neighbourhoods. Streets like the Osdorperweg run alongside ditches and meadows, and cyclists regularly pass horses and allotment gardens. It feels more village-like than you'd expect ten kilometres from the centre.
The homes mostly date from the 1960s and 1970s, with some having been significantly extended or renovated since then. Detached houses and semi-detached homes dominate the streetscape, and plots are noticeably larger here than in surrounding neighbourhoods such as Ookmeer. If you want a garden where children can really play, you'll find more space for your money here than in the centre.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is modest but functional. For daily groceries, there are supermarkets in the immediate vicinity, and the Osdorpplein shopping centre is within cycling distance. Primary schools in the area serve the relatively limited but stable group of families with children (95 residents under 15). Sports facilities are available via the nearby sports parks and Sloterpark, which is a short bike ride away and a popular destination for runners and swimmers.
Accessibility is a point that residents rate variably. By car, the neighbourhood is well connected via the Osdorperweg and the A10 and A9 junctions. By public transport, it's a bit more of a puzzle: bus lines connect the neighbourhood to Sloterdijk and the centre, but there is no direct metro connection. Commuters travelling to the centre daily can expect a travel time of 30 to 40 minutes by public transport. By bike, Amsterdamse Bos and Sloterpark are quickly reached, which residents cite as one of the major plus points.
The neighbourhood has 745 residents, with a clear concentration in the 45 to 65 age group (225 people) and a substantial group of over-65s (170). This colours the atmosphere: it's quiet, there is little nightlife, and social cohesion is relatively high. Single-person households form the largest category (120), but 39% of residents are married, indicating a mix of families and single people.
Residents most appreciate the peace and space. One resident writes: "You sometimes forget you're living in Amsterdam. No trams, no tourists, just your own street with some greenery and quiet." Criticism mainly focuses on the public transport connections and the limited range of shops in the neighbourhood itself. See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the Osdorper Bovenpolder neighbourhood main page. For comparison, the broader district Lutkemeer/Ookmeer has a similar profile but also includes more urban sub-neighbourhoods such as Bedrijvenpark Lutkemeer, which has a very different character.
Who is a home in Osdorper Bovenpolder interesting for?
This neighbourhood best suits movers and families looking for space and willing to invest. With an average purchase price of over a million euros and an entry price of €415,000, buying in Osdorper Bovenpolder is not a step for starters with a limited budget. Anyone wanting to buy a home here would be wise to take into account limited supply: on average, fewer than four homes change hands per month. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. Seniors seeking peace and space but not wanting to leave Amsterdam will find a logical home here. If you're unsure about buying, you can also look at rental homes in Osdorper Bovenpolder as an alternative to get to know the neighbourhood first.
What residents say about Osdorper Bovenpolder
Residents rate Osdorper Bovenpolder predominantly positively, with the highest scores for greenery, peace and the space around the homes. Accessibility by public transport scores lower, and the level of amenities in the neighbourhood itself is also experienced as limited. One resident sums it up: "It's wonderfully quiet and green here, but for a night out or a large supermarket you still have to hop on your bike." Want to read all reviews and see how the neighbourhood scores on safety, liveability and atmosphere? Then check the full page of this neighbourhood on Buurtje.nl.
Compare homes for sale in and around Osdorper Bovenpolder
Buurtje.nl bundles listings from more than 1,500 sources and combines them with resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare homes for sale in Osdorper Bovenpolder with listings in the rest of the Lutkemeer/Ookmeer district or see what's available in other Amsterdam districts such as the Haarlemmerbuurt, the Jordaan or Grachtengordel-West. For a complete overview of all homes for sale in Amsterdam and more information about the municipality, also see the official website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Osdorper Bovenpolder?
The average purchase price in Osdorper Bovenpolder over the past year was €1,031,488, based on 43 sold homes. Prices ranged from €415,000 to €1,450,000. With an average home size of 183 m², the price per m² comes to approximately €5,640. This reflects the supply of predominantly spacious, ground-floor homes in this neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value in Osdorper Bovenpolder?
The average WOZ value in Osdorper Bovenpolder is €747,000. That is slightly lower than the average for the Lutkemeer/Ookmeer district (€766,000), but significantly higher than the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The high WOZ value is linked to the spacious homes and relatively large plots in this neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Osdorper Bovenpolder?
Living in Osdorper Bovenpolder feels more village-like than you would expect in Amsterdam. The neighbourhood has an open, green character with detached houses, ditches and meadows. It is quiet and social cohesion is high, but the range of amenities within the neighbourhood itself is limited. Residents appreciate the space and tranquillity, but mention public transport accessibility as a point of attention.
Is Osdorper Bovenpolder suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood is certainly suitable for families, but supply is limited and prices are high. The spacious homes with large gardens are attractive for families who want to live outside the city without leaving Amsterdam. There are primary schools in the area and sports facilities via Sloterpark. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years old, indicating a stable, mature residential community.
How accessible is Osdorper Bovenpolder?
By car, Osdorper Bovenpolder is well accessible via the Osdorperweg and connections to the A10 and A9. By public transport, the connection is less direct: bus lines run to Sloterdijk and the city centre, but there is no metro stop in the neighbourhood. Expect a travel time of 30 to 40 minutes to the city centre by public transport. By bike, Sloterpark and Amsterdamse Bos are quickly reachable.
What types of homes are for sale in Osdorper Bovenpolder?
The supply consists almost exclusively of ground-floor homes: detached houses and semi-detached houses, largely built in the 1960s and 1970s. Many homes have since been extended or renovated. Buying an apartment in Osdorper Bovenpolder is hardly possible, given the nature of the housing stock. The average size of sold homes over the past year was 183 m².
Is there a lot of green space in Osdorper Bovenpolder and what about parking?
Green space is one of the strongest aspects of Osdorper Bovenpolder. The neighbourhood borders polder landscape, ditches and meadows, and Sloterpark is a short bike ride away. Parking is not a problem in this neighbourhood: most homes have their own driveway or garage, and the streets are not congested. That is a clear advantage compared to busier Amsterdam districts.
